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[QUOTE="RF2044, post: 4031712, member: 40"]
So, I'm with you there [somewhat].  My opinion only, but I thought Howard was a guy who could have been a starting back here, if circumstances had unfolded differently.  He was very good.  Didn't have true breakaway speed, but was a stud otherwise.

But, he decided to opt out last year, which opened the door for Tucker.  I don't blame him nor begrudge him for making that personal choice due to COVID-19.  If he hadn't, perhaps he would have been the starter last year -- but instead, a better back emerged.  Tucker is the total package.

Now, I don't know why Howard / Adams didn't and aren't getting run this year.  Was it a residual "punishment" from the coaches [no real evidence of that]?  So while I was disappointed to see Howard transfer, I understand.  Kid wants to start, he's good enough to do so.

But he's no Tucker.  And he knew he'd be relegated to a backup role for the rest of his career, had he stayed.  Leaving when he did gives him the opportunity to seek a starting opportunity for two years.  Best of luck to him.
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